What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Planner position at Sulzer?
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About The Role
Job Summary
The Production Planner is responsible for developing and managing production schedules to ensure timely delivery of products. This role coordinates with procurement, manufacturing, and logistics to optimize resource utilization and meet customer demand.
Key Responsibilities
Create and maintain production schedules based on demand forecasts.
Coordinate with supply chain and manufacturing teams.
Monitor production progress and adjust plans as needed.
Analyze capacity and resource constraints.
Implement planning tools and systems.
Report planning metrics and performance.
Support continuous improvement initiatives.
Skills & Qualifications
Typically a University degree (or equivalent work experience) and at least of 5-7 years of relevant experience (or equivalent skills) are minimally required to carry out the role.
Strong knowledge of production planning and scheduling.
Experience with ERP and MRP systems.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational and communication abilities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities.
What we offer you
We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.
About The Role
Job Summary
The Production Planner is responsible for developing and managing production schedules to ensure timely delivery of products. This role coordinates with procurement, manufacturing, and logistics to optimize resource utilization and meet customer demand.
Key Responsibilities
Create and maintain production schedules based on demand forecasts.
Coordinate with supply chain and manufacturing teams.
Monitor production progress and adjust plans as needed.
Analyze capacity and resource constraints.
Implement planning tools and systems.
Report planning metrics and performance.
Support continuous improvement initiatives.
Skills & Qualifications
Typically a University degree (or equivalent work experience) and at least of 5-7 years of relevant experience (or equivalent skills) are minimally required to carry out the role.
Strong knowledge of production planning and scheduling.
Experience with ERP and MRP systems.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational and communication abilities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities.
What we offer you
- Competitive Paid Time Off (3 weeks to start)
- 12 Company Paid Holidays per year
- Annual Bonus Program
- Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
- Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability, Company Paid Life Insurance
- 6% 401K or Roth Company Match with Immediate Vesting
- Company Paid Retirement Security Contributions following 1 year of employment
- Tuition Reimbursement/Educational Assistance
- Quarterly Gym Reimbursement
We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.